Markets
Bull Market
A market condition where prices are rising or expected to rise, typically 20%+ from recent lows.
Definition
A bull market is a period in which the prices of securities are rising or are expected to rise. The term is most commonly used to refer to the stock market but can apply to anything traded, including bonds, real estate, currencies, and commodities. Bull markets are generally defined as a sustained increase of 20% or more from a recent low. They are characterized by investor optimism, confidence, and expectations of continued strong results. Bull markets can last for months or years — the longest bull market in US history ran from March 2009 to February 2020, lasting nearly 11 years.